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Diploma of Business

Deakin College · Melbourne, Australia · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

Level

Bachelor's

Duration

8 or 12 months

Tuition / year

A$40,000 (≈ ₹26 lakh)

Intakes

March; June; October

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Course overview

Diploma of Business is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at Deakin College in Melbourne, Australia. It takes 8 or 12 months, with intakes in March; June; October.

Deakin College is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityDeakin College (Private)
LocationMelbourne, Australia
CourseDiploma of Business
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaBusiness & Management
Duration8 or 12 months
Tuition per yearA$40,000 (≈ ₹26 lakh)
IntakesMarch; June; October
English requirementIndian citizens: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is A$40,000 a year, about ₹26 lakh.

2026 total course fee (8 units at A$5,000); the diploma lasts 8 or 12 months. Leads to Year 2 of Deakin's Bachelor of Business.

Living costs for Australia as a whole: A$29,710–40,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Job roles

  • Business analyst
  • Management consultant
  • Project manager
  • Marketing executive
  • Human resources officer
  • Supply chain manager

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • Deloitte
  • PwC
  • EY
  • KPMG
  • Accenture
  • McKinsey & Company
  • Amazon
  • Unilever
  • Procter & Gamble
  • IBM

Eligibility

General entry requirements at Deakin College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Diplomas need Year 12 or an equivalent qualification; grade requirements by country are on Deakin College's international academic entry requirements page.
  • Engineering expects senior school maths (Australian students without it take an extra maths unit).
  • Moving into Year 2 at Deakin depends on passing the diploma with the required grades (for example, a WAM of 50 for engineering).

English requirements

For this course: Indian citizens: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
Diplomas, Indian citizensIELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5, or equivalent
Diplomas, general requirementIELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.0); PTE Academic 42 (no skill below 36); TOEFL iBT 51; Duolingo 100 (no subscore below 90)
Masters Qualifying ProgramIELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE Academic 50 (no skill below 42); TOEFL iBT 69
Language Development ModuleA free, compulsory English unit in the first trimester unless exempt (for example, with IELTS 6.0 or above)

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Intakes

This course starts in: March; June; October.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Australia

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Australia, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • English test score report (no more than two years old)
  • Genuine Student documents and financial evidence
  • Overseas Student Health Cover

Scholarships

  • Deakin College MQP Scholarship

    PG pathway (Masters Qualifying Program)

    Value: 15% of MQP tuition fees

    International students starting the MQP in 2026 or 2027. No application needed.

    Official page
  • Navitas Family Bursary

    All programmes

    Value: 10% of tuition for up to 8 units

    The second and later family members studying at a Navitas institution at the same time. Apply with the family bursary form.

    Official page
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About Deakin College

Deakin College is the pathway college for Deakin University, teaching on Deakin's Melbourne Burwood and Geelong campuses. Its diplomas are equivalent to the first year of a Deakin degree: pass with the required grades and you enter the second year of a Deakin bachelor's degree in IT, business, commerce, engineering, health or science. It also runs a Foundation Program and a Masters Qualifying Program.

Indian students use it when they narrowly miss direct entry to Deakin. Note that Indian citizens need IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) for diplomas, higher than the general 5.5. Diplomas take 8 or 12 months and there are three intakes a year.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Diploma of Business at Deakin College?

The tuition for international students is A$40,000 a year (about ₹26 lakh). 2026 total course fee (8 units at A$5,000); the diploma lasts 8 or 12 months. Leads to Year 2 of Deakin's Bachelor of Business. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Diploma of Business?

The course takes 8 or 12 months.

What English score do I need?

Indian citizens: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: March; June; October. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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